ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Salary: $23.10 - $29.16 Hourly
Location : Houston, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 39136
Department: HUMAN RESOURCES
Division: HRD-CENTER FOR PUBLIC LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 7/15/2026 11:59 PM Central


POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from: All Persons interested
Job Classification: Administrative Assistant
Division: HR -Center for Public Leadership and learning
Reporting Location: 13333 Northwest Freeway Houston, Texas, 77040
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM*
*Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The City of Houston's Center for Public Leadership & Learning (CPLL) is committed to developing public servants through innovative learning, leadership development, and organizational excellence initiatives. CPLL serves employees across the City by providing learning programs, leadership development opportunities, and workforce solutions that support organizational success and exceptional public service.

CPLL is seeking a customer-focused Administrative Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for employees, visitors, and community partners entering our learning center. This position plays a key role in creating a welcoming and professional environment while supporting the daily operations of the Center and the Office of the Chief Learning Officer (CLO). The ideal candidate is highly organized, service-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary reception and customer service contact for visitors, employees, and external partners.
• Welcome guests, provide information and directions, and ensure a positive experience for all visitors to CPLL.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls, emails, and inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Coordinate visitor appointments, room reservations, and meeting logistics as assigned.
• Maintain professional and welcoming reception, classroom, and common areas.
• Monitor facility needs, submit maintenance requests, track work order status, and support classroom readiness standards.
• Maintain office and breakroom supply inventories and coordinate replenishment activities.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the Office of the Chief Learning Officer (CLO).
• Assist with purchasing, vendor coordination, invoice processing, and procurement-related activities.
• Support departmental communications, special projects, events, and operational initiatives.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Liberal Arts, or a related field.


EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS One year of administrative experience is required. Professional administrative experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.



LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None

PREFERENCES


Preference will be given to applicants with:

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Customer service focused.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and willingness to learn new software tools.
• Able to communicate with all levels of management and assist with persons from diverse backgrounds.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
None


SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
No SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.


Pay Grade 17

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.


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EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

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01


Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

02


Which best describes your education?

• High School diploma / GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Beyond
• None of the above

03


How many years of administrative support experience do you have??

• More than 7 years
• 5 years, but less than 7 years
• 3 years, but less than 5 years
• 1 year, but less than 3 years
• Less than 1 year
• I have no experience

04


Are you a current City of Houston employee?

• Yes
• No

05


How many Years of experience do you have serving as the primary point of contact for visitors, customers, employees, or stakeholders?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-5 years
• More than 5 years

Required Question